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Pacers Snap Timberwolves' Eight-Game Winning Streak in Overtime Thriller

Obi Toppin's season-high 34 points, including a game-winning three-pointer, lift short-handed Indiana over Minnesota 132-130.

  • Obi Toppin scored 34 points, including a decisive three-pointer with 3.5 seconds left in overtime, to lead the Pacers to victory.
  • The Timberwolves' eight-game winning streak, their longest since 2004, ended with the narrow loss at home.
  • Indiana played without four starters, including Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, but relied on depth and resilience to secure the win.
  • Anthony Edwards scored 38 points for Minnesota but struggled from three-point range, going 1-for-11, raising concerns about the team's reliance on him.
  • A third-quarter altercation led to the ejections of Andrew Nembhard and Rudy Gobert, highlighting the game's physical intensity.
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